Holiday Homes in Herefordshire

Herefordshire is a very special place to stay, away from the hubbub of modern life. Here’s where you can truly relax, spending time with the people who are close to you. Walk the trails, like Hergest Ridge and sections of Offa’s Dyke, mooch around historic Ledbury or vibrant Ross-on-Wye, spend a day in Hereford where you can visit the glorious cathedral to see the world famous Mappa Mundi and the 17th century chained library. Follow the Black & White Village Trail through pretty villages with timber framed buildings dating from the 14th century. Stop at Weobley, Pembridge or Eardisland to soak up the timeless charm.

Go canoeing on the River Wye, spend a day at Symonds Yat, visit award-winning attractions like Berrington Hall, the Small Breeds Farm Park & Owl Centre and Hergest Croft Gardens; stroll through the cider orchards that Herefordshire is known for, frothy with blossom in springtime. Take a jaunt over the border to visit the world-famous book town of Hay-on-Wye, home of the annual Hay Festival.

Sleeps12 have luxury group holiday houses in Herefordshire that offer the perfect place to stay for family holidays, multi-generational celebrations with your favourite people, sophisticated hen weekends and happy walking breaks. There are hot tubs and games rooms, and dogs are welcome.

Come and unwind, come and make memories. Book your stay in Herefordshire today!

FAQs

What types of holiday homes are there in Herefordshire?

You’ll find all types of holiday homes in Herefordshire – cute country cottages, glamping pods, converted cider barns, riverside retreats, and large estates and manor houses for groups. Sleeps12 have luxury large holiday houses in Herefordshire, carefully selected to offer special places to stay for days away with friends and family.

When is the best time to visit Herefordshire?

Herefordshire is lovely any time of year, as each season brings its delights. One of the best times to visit is Spring when the famous cider orchards are billowing with blossom, the woodlands are carpeted with bluebells, and the weather is usually perfect for canoeing on the River Wye. Summer is also good, for leisurely riverside walks, hiking holidays, and long balmy evenings outdoors. In the autumn, the scenery is spectacular, particularly at Hergest Croft Gardens and Queenswood Country Park & Arboretum.

Do I need a car to get around in Herefordshire?

A car is the best way to get around in Herefordshire, as it’s a mostly rural county, with only 4 train stations – at Hereford, Ledbury, Leominster, and Colwall. Bus services between towns and villages are generally infrequent, so if you want to go out exploring or visiting local attractions, a car is essential.

What are the must-see attractions In Herefordshire?

Plan your days out well and see as much as you can. The must-see attractions in Hereford are:

• Outdoors & Walks – Hergest Ridge Trail, The Golden Valley, Symonds Yat
• For Families - Small Breeds Farm Park & Owl Centre, Eastnor Castle, Wye Valley Butterfly Zoo
• Country Houses & Gardens – Croft Castle, Hergest Croft Gardens, Berrington Hall
• History & Culture – Hereford Cathedral, The Black & White Village Trail
• Towns & Cities – Hereford, Ledbury, Ross-on-Wye, Bromyard

Is there plenty to do all year round in Herefordshire?

Yes, there’s plenty to do all year round in Herefordshire! Spring and summer are great for spending time outdoors, walking, or canoeing on the river Wye. Autumn and winter are great for vibrant scenery and foodie experiences. There are towns to browse any time of year, or do the Black & White Village Trail. Attractions that stay open all year include the Cathedral, Museum of Cider and Black & White House Museum in Hereford, Wye Valley Butterfly Zoo, and Monkland Cheese Dairy.